Middle Ages: The Hundred Years War, Volume 2 (Paperback)

from DinadansFriend

This is the second volume of Sumpton's in-depth study of the English-French Conflict, round two. The writing is clear and he has worked hard to give us a picture of the large conflict. While I would rely on Froissart for colour, I'm very impressed by JS's level of analysis and grasp of the source...

from ksmyth

Both of Jonathan Sumption's books are first rate. This first volume lays some context for the origins of the war, and takes us through the first decade of the conflict. The book ends with Crecy and the capture of Calais. However, this is not strictly a military history, focusing instead on politi...

from baswood

Part 2 of a narrative history of the 100 years war. Sumption superbly marshals his facts and thoughts to provide an exciting and readable account of this period of history. From the extensive references and bibliography supplied this has been a tremendous undertaking. it is a complicated history ...

from baswood

Part 2 of a narrative history of the 100 years war. Sumption superbly marshals his facts and thoughts to provide an exciting and readable account of this period of history. From the extensive references and bibliography supplied this has been a tremendous undertaking. it is a complicated history ...